Here’s some environmental stuff.
Someone has been releasing lynx into the wild in Scotland. Two were captured earlier this week but two more have been spotted, supposedly of the same family grouping, apparently. This unauthorised release has upset farmers and gamekeepers and angered conservationists who have their own project for a controlled release of lynx into the wild in Scotland. Members of the public are advised not to approach them if they see them.
The native Eurasian lynx was made extinct in Scotland through hunting and habitat loss more than 500 years ago. And research suggests the Highlands has the habitat to sustainably support around 400 lynx. But does Scotland want/need to do so and how do you make sure they stay in Scotland.
Apparently there is a bit of a problem with deer; there are too many of them all over the place. There are certainly more of them around here than ever there used to be. At least that’s what I’m told although I’ve only ever seen a few.
Experts say that lynx are a keystone species which play a vital role in maintaining healthy living systems, and biodiversity is negatively affected by their absence. They are shy and elusive woodland hunters and pose no danger to people and have successfully returned to European countries such as Germany, France and Switzerland. As regards Scotland, they say, “Scotland is one of a handful of European countries still lacking a large terrestrial mammal predator. If we are serious about tackling the nature and climate emergencies, we need lynx back. A lynx reintroduction would require Scottish Government approval, with habitat assessments and full public consultation.”
Hmm! Lynx are beautiful creatures but I am rather dubious about tinkering woth nature too much.
Life goes on. Stay safe and well, everyone.
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